Meet Our Team
Natalie Adewunmi
RN, BSN, CCM
Owner
A Registered Nurse and a certified Care Manager with 13 years of experience, Natalie has worked in a variety of settings including the hospital, physician offices, in community centers, and in home environments. Natalie has a unique approach that focuses on a process of discovering what is most important to clients and their families. She is able to develop a step-by-step plan to achieve each clients goals and faces the most challenging situations with patience and compassion. Natalie and her team ensure that all clients experience love and respect in each interaction.
Erin Judkins
BSN, RN
Senior Care Manager
Erin has been a registered nurse for over a decade. Her passion is partnering with families to walk side-by-side with them throughout their loved ones' lives to help them navigate the journey before them. Erin began her nursing career in the neonatal intensive care unit. It was here she developed her skills in advocacy, collaboration, organization and client centered care. Desiring to continue this work once individuals leave the hospital setting, she has truly found a home within our team and the care management realm. Erin enjoyed growing her nursing practice to join and support older adults through the aging journey. She is skilled in being a calm, unwavering support during challenging seasons with setting clear, manageable next steps to help guide families through. Erin works to ensure our clients' voices are always heard and honored.
Sarah Camp
Operations Manager
Sarah has a tremendous ability to plan and organize to reach our client's desired outcomes. She is passionate about working alongside clients and their families to find out what has become difficult, and suggest, implement and manage practical solutions tailored to the clients needs and situation. She also loves helping clients find and engage with relevant communities that can help bring safety, joy, and independence back into their lives. A mother of two and a sister of eight, Sarah is family and community focused not only in work but in volunteering in the community as well. She currently sits on the Board of a local public charter school and hosts a weekly breakfast that benefits families from all over the Washtenaw County area. What brought Sarah to care management is the desire to research, present options, and allow clients to make their own informed decisions.
Chelsea Duffiney
RDN
Care Manager
Chelsea has always been passionate about caring for others and helping their families along the way. With an extensive background working with children and the elderly, she has found her passion assisting others. Chelsea graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a B. S. in Nutrition and Dietetics and has her RYT-200 yoga teacher certification. She is a Registered Dietitian with experience specializing in long term care and the geriatric population. Her organizational skills and experience in healthcare brought her to the care manager role. She strives to meet clients where they are at and help them live their life to the fullest extent!
Ebony Adams
Care Manager
Ebony Adams attended the University of Michigan where she studied Art & Design but eventually found her passion in healthcare. For many years she used her creative skills to specialize in senior therapy through personalized centered programming and engagement. This type of care allowed Ebony to assist clients in creating daily moments of success on their journeys through life. Eventually Ebony found her purpose in life while caring for those suffering with Alzheimer’s and Dementia which she has been proudly doing for 15 years. She is currently pursuing her Dementia Practitioners Certification to further her knowledge and expertise. Ebony undeniably has a heart for the senior population that allows her the capability to view life through the eyes of her clients to appropriately meet their needs. Her focus is centered around serving those to the best of her ability in whatever capacity that may be.
Jen Ellsworth
BSN, RN
Care Manager
Jen was born and raised in Plymouth, MI and is a mom of 2 beautiful girls ages 10 and 7 and has been a nurse for 22 years. As a dedicated and compassionate nurse her diverse clinical experience spans from working in the neuro step down unit while being cross trained in the Neuro ICU in Anderson, SC, to the Emergency Room, Neonatal ICU and Cancer Center all here in MI at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. In her years of nursing she provided comprehensive care to patients of all ages, as well as advocated for and collaborated with health care providers and families. She is excited to bring my expertise into the realm of elderly care, and case management. I hope to make a meaningful impact in enhancing the lives of our senior community members, ensuring they receive the care and support they deserve.
Mary Beth Harris
MPH, RDN
Care Manager
Mary Beth has a Masters in Public Health from the University of Michigan and is a registered dietitian. Prior to joining the team, she worked as a dietitian at Michigan Medicine C.S. Mott Children's Hospital as a member of the Children's Intestinal Rehabilitation Team for 12 years. Mary Beth's desire to combine her years of healthcare experience with her public health background and love of providing client centered care led her to this role. Mary Beth has a passion for planning and organizing and uses these talents to help our clients and families accomplish their goals. She enjoys engaging with clients and their families to identify what will help enrich their lives throughout the aging process.
Alexi Weber
Companion Supervisor
Alexi Weber has been married for 22 years and is a mom of 3 teenage girls. When Alexi isn't with a client, she enjoys spending time with her husband and kids, playing games and walking her dog. Family is important to her. Alexi has had close relationships with all her grandparents and was able to celebrate her Grandma turning 95 this past August! Working with clients is a privilege to Alexi, and she seeks to give every client the compassionate care she would give her own grandparents. As she has experienced her grandparents aging, she is aware of some of the unique challenges of the aging process. She absolutely loves being a companion and looks forward to getting to know clients while also serving them with any needs they have.
Sabrina C.
Companion
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Nooraldin K.
Companion
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Guneet S.
Companion
Guneet Shah is a junior at the University of Michigan studying Biology, Health, and Society and Astronomy. She enjoys taking walks with friends and trying new restaurants in the Ann Arbor area while also working as a Teaching Assistant for Introductory Physics. Guneet first started working with the elderly in high school as a visitor for nuns in a motherhouse who did not have family members to come see them. She wanted to continue similar work like this in college as she enjoyed listening to their stories and learning how to adapt with different cognitive impairments that arose with each person, hopefully something she will further explore in medical school. She likes to think of clients as a part of someone’s family and often thinks of her grandmas in India, who also receive similar care she gives as a companion, and how much aging can affect daily life. She is so thankful to be surrounded by a supportive company at Care Management by Natalie and seeing everyone work together passionately to help our clients improve mentally and physically.
Ann S.
Companion
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Hannah B.
Companion
Hannah graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a BFA in Graphic Design and an associate's degree in photography. She has lived in Ypsilanti since she graduated & considers that home. She works part-time for her church and interacts with students quite a bit in a ministry setting. She enjoys running, photography, and outdoor adventures of any kind. She cares deeply for the individual and advocates well when there is a need at hand. She is ready and willing to jump in and help in any situation that may arise. She has enjoyed working for Care Management by Natalie because they really care about the individual.
Jenny T.
Companion
A former teacher of 25 years, Jenny retired from teaching at the end of 2020. Her retirement didn't last long as she became a companion for CMN in May 2021. Her teaching background as well as helping to care for her aging grandmother (and now) aging father, have helped her to have compassion and understanding for the clients she works with. She wants her clients to feel as if they have someone in their corner, and someone they can enjoy spending time with. Jenny always looks forward to her visits with her clients and enjoys the time spent doing different things. Jenny is a local Ann Arbor resident ( a townie) and has been here most of her life. She graduated from Eastern Michigan University, is married and has two adult sons. She loves animals, gardening,
Joe M.
Companion
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Lars M.
Companion
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Jenni W.
Companion
A married mother of two traded her 11 year career in community service to spend more time with her children. She inherited a love for family and friends from her mom and Southern grandmother. Her fondest memories are the many weekend sleepovers at her Grandma’s house watching classic black and white movies while eating pizza and ice cream. Jenni loves to help out on her mom's small farm where the tradition of family and friends still grows. When she takes time to relax Jenni enjoys a good puzzle, podcast, or being active in nature..
Joy B.
Companion
I am originally from Virginia but moved to Canton Michigan when I was 13. I am the second oldest of 6 kids. I graduated from Salem High
school in 2021 and then I went to serve in Americorps for 10 months. I enjoy drawing, singing and reading. I enjoy working in caregiving
because I want to go into social work. This will give me invaluable experience working with lots of different people. I love being able to learn things from people and hearing their stories while working with them.
Barbara H.
Companion
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Ann S.
Companion
Ann S believes that being a caregiver provides her life with meaning and purpose. She retired from her rewarding career as a nurse in 2018. Since then, she has worked part-time at a preschool and as a nanny, enjoying many opportunities to play with and care for young children. She joined the companion team in late 2022 and looks forward to offering support to people at the opposite end of the age spectrum. Ann hopes to use her people skills to assist seniors in any way that helps them to adapt and cope with challenges they face related to aging, as well as to maintain their quality of life and a positive outlook. Ann’s family includes her adult daughter, her parents (who are in their 90’s) and two siblings. Walking her rescue dog Pixie on the trails at County Farm Park is one of Ann’s favorite activities.
Charissa K.
Companion
Charissa has been married for 22 years and is a mom to four beautiful girls. Their house is full of pets and her girls are constantly adding new ones to the family. Charissa enjoys spending time with her family, reading, drinking coffee, hiking, and acting onstage in community theater. She loves a challenging puzzle and often has one in progress in her house. Charissa’s first experience working within the senior community was volunteering with Meals on Wheels in our town for many years. She enjoyed meeting new people on her route and hearing their stories -we can learn so much from each other! She loves the saying “there are no strangers, only friends I haven’t met yet.” She looks forward to being a friendly face while helping to meet needs as a companion.
Anne R.
Companion
Anne Ristich got her Bachelor’s of Music from New England Conservatory and her Master’s of Music from the University of Michigan, both in violin performance. She has been a member of professional orchestras in California, Boston, Germany, France and Michigan.
When Anne is not playing or teaching violin she enjoys birdwatching, taking hikes and living in Ann Arbor with her twin daughters, Katie and Monica. She also loves playing with her two dogs, Little Lady and Dylan and her one beautiful cat, Summer.
Jenni W.
Companion
A married mother of two traded her 11 year career in community service to spend more time with her children. She inherited a love for family and friends from her mom and Southern grandmother. Her fondest memories are the many weekend sleepovers at her Grandma’s house watching classic black and white movies while eating pizza and ice cream. Jenni loves to help out on her mom's small farm where the tradition of family and friends still grows. When she takes time to relax Jenni enjoys a good puzzle, podcast, or being active in nature..
Joy B.
Companion
I am originally from Virginia but moved to Canton Michigan when I was 13. I am the second oldest of 6 kids. I graduated from Salem High
school in 2021 and then I went to serve in Americorps for 10 months. I enjoy drawing, singing and reading. I enjoy working in caregiving
because I want to go into social work. This will give me invaluable experience working with lots of different people. I love being able to learn things from people and hearing their stories while working with them.
Sabrina C.
Companion
Sabrina graduated from the University of Michigan with a B.S. in Neuroscience. Born and raised in Ann Arbor, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, playing board/card/video games, and reading. Sabrina found a passion in working with the elderly when she started volunteering with Ann Arbor Meals on Wheels, where she befriended many clients and learned the importance of maintaining independence in their lives. She intends to uphold this value in her path to becoming a physician. Sabrina looks forward to getting to know all the wonderful clients under CMN’s care and improving their wellbeing to the best of her ability!
Joe M.
Companion
Joe recently retired from the University of Michigan Matthaei Botanical Gardens. Before that, he worked in book publishing and food writing in Ann Arbor and Chicago. Joe loves to spend time cooking, gardening, birding, playing guitar, hiking, and traveling. He learned to appreciate the value of intergenerational friendships as the marketing manager at the botanical gardens, where he worked with people of all ages, including staff, volunteers, members, and student interns.
Deborah D.
Companion
Deborah attended Eastern Michigan University receiving her Bachelor of Science in Therapeutic Recreation and Psychology. For several years prior, she provided weekly caregiving for her grandmother, planning creative activities to encourage physical, social, and emotional well-being. As an intern at Michigan Medicine Inpatient Rehabilitation, she found joy in helping others develop healthy leisure lifestyles despite their limitations. In her personal life, Deborah is happily married to her husband of 16 years and mother of two children, ages 11 and 14. She enjoys word puzzles, trivia, hiking, gardening, and traveling.
Lars M.
Companion
Lars was born and raised in the Ann Arbor area, graduating from EMU with a degree in Accounting and spending his career as an Auditor for the State of Michigan. He retired at the end of 2021, and when not in his workshop building birdhouses and small furniture he’s in the kitchen baking bread and pastries, a passion he discovered in retirement. As an older adult himself who has cared for members of his own family over the years, Lars understands the importance of a helping hand.
Guneet S.
Companion
Guneet Shah is a junior at the University of Michigan studying Biology, Health, and Society and Astronomy. She enjoys taking walks with friends and trying new restaurants in the Ann Arbor area while also working as a Teaching Assistant for Introductory Physics. Guneet first started working with the elderly in high school as a visitor for nuns in a motherhouse who did not have family members to come see them. She wanted to continue similar work like this in college as she enjoyed listening to their stories and learning how to adapt with different cognitive impairments that arose with each person, hopefully something she will further explore in medical school. She likes to think of clients as a part of someone’s family and often thinks of her grandmas in India, who also receive similar care she gives as a companion, and how much aging can affect daily life. She is so thankful to be surrounded by a supportive company at Care Management by Natalie and seeing everyone work together passionately to help our clients improve mentally and physically.
Anna L.
Companion
Anna is a rising senior at the University of Michigan, pursuing a degree in Biochemistry. She holds deep connections with older individuals and strongly believes in the value of their wisdom and life experiences. Growing up, Anna spent a significant amount of time with her grandparents in Switzerland and China, treasuring the moments shared and gaining invaluable insights from their stories. This experience has ingrained a dedication to fostering social connections for older individuals, recognizing the vital role these connections play in their overall well being. Anna enjoys cooking, practicing yoga, and throwing on a potter’s wheel. She aspires to continue her journey in medical school, carving a path that allows her to provide compassionate care and meaningful companionship to older individuals, ensuring they receive the support and social connections necessary. She is so excited to embark on this journey, and to enhance the well-being of our clients at Care Management by Natalie.
Jenny T.
Companion
A former teacher of 25 years, Jenny retired from teaching at the end of 2020. Her retirement didn't last long as she became a companion for CMN in May 2021. Her teaching background as well as helping to care for her aging grandmother (and now) aging father, have helped her to have compassion and understanding for the clients she works with. She wants her clients to feel as if they have someone in their corner, and someone they can enjoy spending time with. Jenny always looks forward to her visits with her clients and enjoys the time spent doing different things. Jenny is a local Ann Arbor resident ( a townie) and has been here most of her life. She graduated from Eastern Michigan University, is married and has two adult sons. She loves animals, gardening,